Transportation Director

Transportation Director – Overview The job of Transportation Supervisor is to provide leadership and support within the Transportation Department with specific responsibilities for the scheduling and coordinating of the regularly scheduled routes, field trips and transportation for special events. Applicants must possess professional communication skills, have an excellent attendance history and be a team player. Responsibilities Dispatch bus drivers and assign substitute drivers as necessary for the purpose of ensuring that all routes are covered for the transportation of students, covering routes, trips, Wilson Talent Center (WTC) and garage maintenance. Transportation Supervisor will be required to drive a school bus when necessary or as needed. Recruit and train new bus drivers. Conduct trip bid meetings and assign subs to cover routes. Knowledge of the routing system and have the ability to make changes. Establish safe and efficient transportation routes. Keep records of bus mileage and schedule maintenance as needed; monitor sub bus usage. View recordings from buses to review and respond to passenger behavioral concerns. Prepare timely payroll and timesheets for the business department. Prepare accurate billing information for field trips and fuel services; monitor and approve the billing for fuel services. Monitor driver attendance and maintain records of drivers to assure qualifications are kept up to date. Maintain a variety of records, manual and electronic, to provide up‑to‑date and historical data in accordance with administrative guidelines and legal requirements. Answer telephone calls, check voicemail and email for changes; respond to inquiries from students, staff, or parents regarding location stops and times; manage policies to provide necessary information regarding transportation services. Check stop locations to assure they fall within the legal regulations and laws. Help to organize and prepare for Kindergarten Round‑up and services for Pre‑K for All. Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the transportation unit. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Punctual, reliable and predictable attendance is required. Perform other duties as required. Provide standard practices, lead, guide and coordinate others under limited supervision. Qualifications Must have CDL, C, B with P,S and Air Brake Michigan License. Must pass State and FBI Criminal Background Check. Must pass DOT physical and drug screen. Skills and Abilities Operate two‑way radio and standard office equipment; use related software applications; perform standard clerical procedures; maintain accurate records. Perform physical tasks requiring lifting, pulling, bending and carrying heavy objects. Schedule meetings or events; coordinate scheduling of drivers and substitutes for routes. Work with a wide diversity of individuals. Problem‑solving skills to analyze issues and create plans to resolve them. Meet deadlines and manage schedules; work with detailed information; respect confidentiality. Manage frequent interruptions. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is the policy of Stockbridge Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender/sex, age, disability, height, weight, marital status, or lack of English language speaking skills, in its programs, services or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Director of Human Resources, 100 Price Ave SteA. Stockbridge, Mi. 49285 View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr